What’s life like for LGBTQ people in Montenegro?
Let's take a look at some of the key equality indicators.
What's life like for LGBTQ people in Montenegro? Let's take a look at some of the key equality indicators.
Is homosexuality legal in Montenegro?
While Montenegro is a socially conservative country, there has been slow but steady progress for LGBTQ people living there.
Homosexuality was decriminalised in 1977 – the age of consent was also equalised at this time.
Are there protections against discrimination for LGBTQ people in Montenegro?
There are anti-discrimination and hate-crime protections in place, but it’s believed that discrimination or harassment often goes unreported.
Is there Marriage Equality in Montenegro?
While there has been some legal recognition for same-sex relationships available since 2021, any progress towards actual Marriage Equality is going to be difficult as - following an amendment in 2007 - it is specifically prohibited under the country's constitution.
What's life like for LGBTQ people in Montenegro?
Religion plays a big part in the day-to-day life of people in Montenegro. The Serbian Orthodox Church plays a powerful role in shaping public opinion.
It remains a socially conservative country.